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About Egis

Egis is an international group specializing in architecture, consulting, construction engineering, and mobility services. We focus on creating and operating intelligent infrastructures and buildings that address climate challenges and contribute to balanced, sustainable, and resilient territorial development. Operating in 100 countries with 19,500 employees, Egis leverages its expertise to deliver cutting-edge innovations for diverse projects globally.

In the Middle East, Egis has a significant presence with 3,500 employees across 8 countries, having successfully delivered over 700 complex development projects. The group is recognized among the top ten firms in the Middle East by Engineering News Record (ENR) and is committed to sustainable development, serving as a trusted partner for regional governments, investors, and developers.

The Role: Senior Cost Control Manager

Egis is seeking a Senior Cost Control Manager to join a major project team in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This full-time role is open to Saudi Nationals and involves overseeing all cost control activities to ensure efficient resource allocation and optimal financial performance. The successful candidate will be responsible for cost management, design review, and budget control for large-scale infrastructure and construction projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain comprehensive project budgets, ensuring accuracy and alignment with project goals.
• Conduct detailed cost analyses and provide regular cost performance reports to stakeholders.
• Provide cost performance analysis, interpretation, and forecasting against budgets.
• Maintain the Program and Project Cost Breakdown Structure (CBS) and manage structural changes with version control.
• Support risk assessments and assist in developing mitigation strategies to minimize financial impacts.
• Create and update financial models to forecast project costs and cash flows.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure project deliverables meet budget constraints.
• Implement and maintain cost control systems to track project expenses and variances.
• Provide expert advice on cost-related matters to project managers and senior leadership.
• Stay current with local regulations and industry best practices in cost engineering.
• Provide budget and cost performance evaluation, interpretation, and support business planning efforts.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• A minimum of 10 years of experience in cost control, with a focus on large-scale infrastructure and construction projects.
• Proven experience leading cost control teams and managing the cost function at a departmental level.
• Ability to support recruitment efforts for cost control staff, including identifying, interviewing, and deploying team members.
• Familiarity with construction and engineering practices specific to Saudi Arabia.

Essential Skills and Knowledge

• Knowledge of local regulations and standards relevant to project costing and management in Saudi Arabia.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with keen attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively under pressure and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Work Environment

This is a full-time position based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, within a dynamic project environment. The role requires collaboration with various teams and stakeholders to achieve project objectives.